Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA)

Certified Technology Specialist- Design (CTS-D)

Credential: Certified Technology Specialist- Design (CTS-D)  ANAB (ANSI) resource
Credentialing Agency: Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA)

Renewal Period: 3 years

A Certified Technology Specialist- Design (CTS-D) is an AV systems designer who assesses client's needs, designs AV systems and prepares AV design documents, by coordinating and collaborating with other professionals to create AV systems that satisfy clients' requirements. Applicants must agree to the terms and conditions as noted in the CTS-D Application, which includes agreement to the CTS Code of Ethics & Conduct; must have a valid CTS certification and be in good standing with the Certification Committee; and must provide third-party verification of a minimum of two years of audiovisual design experience. Applicants must pass an examination.

More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.

Certified Technology Specialist- Design (CTS-D)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Attainability:    medium

Eligibility Requirements (View Details)

  • Credential Prerequisite: Must have a valid CTS certification and be in good standing with the Certification Committee
  • Experience: 2 years
  • Education
  • Training
  • Membership
  • Other
  • Fee

Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.

Exam Requirements (View Details)

  • Exam
  • Written Exam
  • Oral Exam
  • Practical Exam
  • Performance Assessment

Exam Administration (View Details)

  • In-person exam
  • Remote proctored on-line exam
  • Third-party test vendor

RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY

Renewal Period: 3 years

  • Continuing Education
  • Exam
  • Continuing Education OR Exam
  • Fee
  • Other

AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA)

11242 Waples Mill Road
Suite 200
Fairfax, VA  22030

Phone: (703) 273-7200

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Applicants must have a valid CTS certification and be in good standing with the Certification Committee.

Applicants must verify that they have a minimum of two years of audiovisual design experience. Documentation must be verified by signature of owner, supervisor, HR department OR provide redacted documentation such as W2s, performance reviews, client letters etc.

The Certified Technology Specialist- Design (CTS-D) credential has the following other requirements:

  • Applicants must agree to the terms and conditions as noted in the CTS-D Application, which includes the agreement to the CTS Code of Ethics & Conduct.

Written Exam

  • Conducting a Needs Assessment (16.8%)
    • Identify Decision-makers and Stakeholders
    • Identify Skill Level of End Users
    • Educate AV Clients
    • Review Client Technology Master Plan
    • Identify Client Expectations
    • Identify Scope of Work
  • Coordinating with Other Professionals to Develop Project Documentation (23.2%)
    • Review A/E (Architectural and Engineering) Drawings
    • Coordinate with Architectural/Interior Design Professionals
    • Coordinate with Mechanical Professionals
    • Coordinate with Structural Professionals
    • Coordinate with Electrical Professionals
    • Coordinate with Lighting Professionals
    • Coordinate with IT and Network Security Professionals
    • Coordinate with Acoustical Professionals
    • Coordinate with Life Safety and Security Professionals
  • Developing AV Designs (48%)
    • Create Draft AV Design
    • Confirm Site Conditions
    • Produce AV Infrastructure Drawings
    • Produce AV System Drawings
    • Finalize Project Documentation
  • Conducting Project Implementation Activities (12%)
    • Participate in Project Implementation Communication
    • Conduct System Performance Verifications
    • Conduct Project Closeout Activities

Exam Preparation Resources

There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Certified Technology Specialist- Design (CTS-D) examination:

An additional resource is O'Reilly Learning Safari Books Online, a searchable digital library that provides online access to thousands of books, training videos and conference sessions. See the Educational Resources section on the Related Sites page here on COOL to learn how to get free access.

Testing Information

  • Exam Administration

    Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the Certified Technology Specialist- Design (CTS-D) credential where checked:

    • In-person exam
    • Remote proctored on-line exam
    • Third-party test vendor

For more information on the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA) testing process, visit the agency website.

RECERTIFICATION

Certified Technology Specialist- Design (CTS-D)

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Technology Specialist- Design (CTS-D) credential has the following recertification information:

  • Must have completed thirty approved (30) renewal units (RUs) within the three year certification period.
  • All levels of CTS certified individuals have the option to renew by taking the current certification exam corresponding to their existing renewal credential(s) instead of through the RU process.
  • Note: Marine Corps COOL will only pay recertification fees for the current billing cycle. Voucher requests for recertification fees must be submitted with proof of the current status of the certification (for example, a screen shot of your credentialing agency dashboard or a copy of a current fee receipt).

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1-3 years experience; Enlisted E1 through E4

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4-10 years experience; Enlisted E5 through E6

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10+ years experience; Enlisted E7 through E9

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